Overview & Reviews
Lexus introduced the hybrid-powered sibling to the RX 330 last year, so for 2007 there are only minor changes to the vehicle's list of standard and optional features. In order to appeal to a wider audience, the base 400h now comes with a cloth interior, and former standard (and pricey) features like leather seats and a power moonroof are now offered as options instead.
- Advanced hybrid technology, smooth ride, seamless acceleration, elegant interior, significant improvement in fuel economy.
- Hefty price, noticeable engine noise, no third-row seating.
User Reviews:
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Love this Lexus! - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By A Bernier - October 25 - 1:24 amIts wonderfully engineered, thanks to its Toyota heritage, and extremely comfortable.
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The best - from a former German car snob - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By reeveswilson - May 31 - 3:46 pmIm writing this review after leasing this car for 3 years and 54,000 miles. Until I leased the Rx400h - I had always owned German performance cars. However - this car was a "game changer". I loved the car - the mileage was great - 28+mpg, the maintenance was almost nothing (5k oil changes, on "big" service at 30k) and my original tires lasted the entire lease term. The car taught me how to drive to get great mileage. All of the technology worked beautifully. It was great having bluetooth that actually worked with my blackberry. Service open almost 24/7. We liked the car so much we bought it off lease and gave it to our 26 year old son as we bought the new RX 450h
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Lexus RX400H - A True Lexus - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By scottmason1 - September 3 - 12:50 pmMy Lexus 400H is a great car overall, as my ratings have shown. Its a hybrid of course so it has a very smooth engine that does not roar but still makes sound if you accelerate fast. It is very quiet at low speeds and has great features. My particular RX400H has heated leather seats, navigation system and a 6 disk CD player with automatic everything. So, in a few words- it is luxurious. Everything about it is very smooth.
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Clost to perfect car - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By stevemiller4lv - July 15 - 11:43 amMy 2007 RX 400h has 76,000 trouble free miles. Two aux. batteries, two sets of tires, one factory recall handled in an hour by dealer. Otherwise, no problems. I change the oil every 10,000 miles, get an avg. of 25 MPG on regular. I plan to keep this vehicle until a plug in version with lithium battery is offered.
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Reviewer Say What? - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By G2 - January 6 - 10:40 amMy Lexus 400h is the best car Ive ever owned, and Ive own Beamers and Mercs. I get 28.5 mpg on mostly interstate driving during the summer and 25.5 mpg in the winter. Somehow my 21 year own son can get 32 mpg, swear on my mother. Believe me when I say I dont know how, because he has a lead foot. This car is smooth, and quiet. Love the CVT and I dont miss the transmission shift bump. Im buying the 2010 RX 450h when it comes out and Im trading my wifes 2006 IS250 for the HS250 when it comes out in the fall of 2009.
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Another Perfect Lexus - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By Low CO2 - May 1 - 8:26 amI researched and test drove the following: Acura RDX, MDX, BMW X3, X5, the Lexus blows them all away. As a former 4Runner owner, I again am more than satisfied with the typical perfection in Japanese build quality. The complaints I have heard on the 400h I have yet to experience, i.e., the jerking sensation when shifting from electric to gas.
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Near Best of Both Worlds - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By Stan - December 4 - 5:43 amBest of both worlds in that my RX has the torque to move briskly as well as a return of decent fuel mileage when driven conservatively. And its a ULEV. Navigation is cumbersome and simplistically inflexible. Nav voice command search returns nearest X and you either take it or stop to search the database thru layers of menu options, or find it on your own. Wind noise that I didnt expect in a Lexus. CVT is smooth. Interior nicely appointed, flawlessly assembled inside and out. Smooth quiet IC engine. ICE runs efficiently at highway speeds and had no problems going over mountain passes thru Idaho and Montana. Overall, a very well put together vehicle that I am glad I jumped into.
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Go Green in Style - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By arcee - November 24 - 2:40 pmBeautiful build quality, exceptional features. I am a sports car owner/driver, and I find it interesting that this car has made me change my driving habits as I strive to maximize my efficiency. If you want maximimum mpg performance this is a must, and it leads to safer driving habits on the road also. Having said that, it will get up and go if you romp on it. Typical Lexus luxury. Also, ignore recomendation for premium gas, 89 octane works just fine with no appreciable loss in performance or mpg.
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500 mi Review - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By BeachBOB - October 11 - 9:50 pmWell, so far this has been the most exciting car weve purchased. We added the premium package with the camera, nav, wood, leather, moon roof, then also added color matched running boards and chrome wheels. Driving is a whole new experience (especially boppin around downtown on electric only). Unbeknownst to me, my neighbor bought the same model, on the same day, and we didnt even discuss beforehand. Best purchase Ive made in a long time.
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The Ride Hooked Me - 2007 Lexus RX 400H
By JRS - May 3 - 5:23 pmNever bought a car for the ride but one Lexus test drive had me hooked. Originally came from the Volvo for Life Family but Volvo sold me a 2003 XC90 with too many problems. I want quality, safety, service, and piece of mind. Instantly fell in love with Lexus hybrid ride. Could not tell SUV was on. Talk about get up & go. This baby has power. I keep the cruse control on because I am worried about speeding. It is like floating on a cloud, dont realize how fast youre going. Was hoping for better gas mileage. Getting anywhere from 26 to 27 mpg (drive both highway and city). Better than what I was getting before so Im still pleased. Manual says it gets better after 5000 miles. Will see.
